Topic: Barack Obama
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Where do things stand at Guantánamo? Six basic questions answered.
President Obama this week pledged to “reengage” with Congress to find a way to close the terror detention camp at the Guantánamo Bay, Cuba, naval base. The renewed focus comes as 100 of the 166 detainees are reported to be engaged in a hunger strike. Here is a brief look at where things stand now.
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4 ways US can boost cyber security
The US needs a proactive cyber foreign policy that goes beyond naming and shaming. Here are four steps the US can take to bolster its diplomatic efforts to address cybersecurity threats.
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15 promising nonfiction books for spring 2013
April showers bring May flowers. Here's some fresh non-fiction to check out this spring while you enjoy the new greenery.
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5 steps to bipartisan cuts in Medicare – and the deficit
Medicare is the single greatest contributor to long-term deficits. If Democrats and Republicans cooperate on waste-cutting ideas – many of which are backed by President Obama – both parties stand to gain. Here are five ways Congress should act.
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Briefing
After the 'sequester,' now what?
$85 billion in across-the-board cuts to defense and social programs took effect March 1. The cuts must occur this fiscal year, which ends Sept. 30. Here's how things look.
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Engine of growth: clean-tech jobs
Clean energy work is a rapidly growing industry, but critics say it's no panacea for unemployment.
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Letters to the Editor
Readers write about what finance institutions can do for the 'green' building movement, and the face of presidential candidacy.
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On the federal deficit, candidates stay mostly vague
Rising entitlement costs and Iraq war expenses take a back seat to shorter-term stimulus plans.
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Next primaries tougher yet
Florida's Jan. 29 race is the first with all GOP hopefuls contending in full.
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More partisanship, please
Civility is fine. But I want results most – and that means winning.
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Clinton wins a polarized Nevada vote
State presages rise of identity politics: Hispanics sided with her, blacks went for Obama.
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Nevada's unions fracture over candidates and caucus rules
No unity for Big Labor, as unions take opposite sides in a lawsuit over Saturday's caucus sites.
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Politics of race ensnare Democrats
Clinton and Obama declare a truce in war of words, but the contest has been altered.
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In Britain, Brown's take on organ donation boosts new credo
Libertarian paternalism – 'framing' choices for people, but letting them opt out – is gaining traction among US and European leaders.
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In Nevada, a first test of Latinos' leanings in '08 race
The immigration debate has rattled many and may tip them toward the Democrats. But which one?
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Missing in 2008: a front-runner
Romney's Michigan win deepened GOP uncertainty before crucial upcoming contests.
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For election 08, youth voter turnout swells
Their numbers surged in the Iowa and New Hampshire contests. Will the trend continue?
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And the winner is ... the funnier candidate
Lincoln used humor. So did JFK. Today's contenders should follow suit.
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Now, economy tops war in election
Indicators like high oil prices and the slumping stock market have voters concerned.
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Hillary Clinton's critical choice
Attacking Obama could push youth away from politics.
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In '08 Democratic battle, it's Obama's movement vs. Clinton's campaign
His candidacy works to inspire, while she appeals to reason and cites credentials.
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Reporters on the Job
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Abroad, fresh image of U.S.
Many see Obama, Clinton successes as fitting the ideals of US democracy and diversity.
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As Clinton and McCain rebound in N.H., races are wide open
On the Democratic side, a potentially historic clash lies ahead. For the GOP, Michigan is the next test.
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New Hampshire's humbling lessons
Candidates as well as media must learn that voters often have different ideas on what they expect.
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For Clinton and McCain, a New Hampshire revival
Results in the Granite State mean frontrunners in both parties will continue to duke it out for the nomination.
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Four New Hampshire independents, four reasons they voted Democratic
A majority of independent voters in Tuesday's presidential primary chose one of the Democratic candidates. Those who voted on the GOP side helped boost McCain to victory.
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New Hampshire turning 'blue'
Most independents say they'll vote Democratic.
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Stakes high for New Hampshire primary
The Democratic contest is more likely to be decisive.
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